Employment Opportunities

ANIMAL CARE SPECIALIST

Lewis & Clark Humane Society

Job Title: Animal Care Specialist
Classification: Part-time hourly
Reporting Relationship: Supervised by Animal Care Manager, Director of Operations

Apply Here: Employment Application If you are having trouble with the form please reach out to cmcalpin@lchsmontana.org

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Assists in assuring all animals in the shelter’s guardianship are comfortable and treated with care and compassion. Above all else, practicing the humane treatment of animals.

• Clean and sanitize kennels, indoors and out, cat cages and other animal cages as assigned.
• Provide adequate food, water and care to the animals in the assigned areas.
• Assist with the daily washing of dog and cat bedding.
• Assist with the sweeping and mopping in the Main Building or Stray Pet Center
• Observe and report any illnesses, or potential behavioral problems to the Animal Welfare Assistant or Director of Operations.
• Assist with medication of animals as supervised by the Animal Welfare Assistant, Animal Care Manager, or Director of Operations.
• Animal handling and maneuvering in accordance with Lewis & Clark Humane Society guidelines
• Notify supervisor of any feeding or supply needs.
• Restock food, cat litterbins, paper towels, and cleaning solution after cleaning each day.
• Use equipment properly, reporting any malfunctions to the Animal Care Manager or Director of Operations.
• Provide guidance to volunteers and community service volunteers while in the shelter.
• Provide a friendly helpful atmosphere for those visiting the shelter.
• Assist with general maintenance around the shelter as needed.
• Comply with all policies and procedures as outlined in the most current Procedures/Employee Manual.
• Work in harmony with other employees, and assist in keeping all areas of the shelter neat and clean.
• Assist with the Cremation and Ash Recovery process. Paw prints, ash processing, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

• Accrued vacation at part-time equivalent
• Paid Holidays
• Room for growth
• Knowing you are making a difference in the lives of homeless animals everyday!

Education/Experience Required: Minimum education high school or student. Animal experience especially dogs and cats required.

Mental/Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 50 lbs., bending, stooping, squatting, and occasionally hands and knees for cleaning, ability to work under extreme noise levels and patient with difficult or aggressive animals.

Hours of Work: 20 hours part time. Mornings and weekends required.

Compensation: $10.30 per hour with increase to $10.80 per hour with good performance within 3 months.

Continuing Education Requirements: In-house staff training as needed.